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BMW 525

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,497 cc

Y277 KBTMOT history

Y277 KBT is a blue diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 263,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2023.

Y277 KBT blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2024
Mileage
263,335 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y277 KBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y277 KBT was last recorded at 263,335 miles on 23 Jan 2023, 5,325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Aug 2013: 18,557 miles, lower than 184,465 miles on 28 May 2013.
  • 24 Jul 2018: 235,475 miles, lower than 235,476 miles on 20 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
258,010 miles · 24 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
5,325 miles
Average per year
9,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 263,335 miles
  • 2022 – 258,010 miles
  • 2021 – 252,880 miles
  • 2019 – 245,525 miles
  • 2018 – 235,475 miles
  • 2017 – 225,463 miles
  • 2015 – 215,047 miles
  • 2014 – 199,062 miles
  • 2013 – 18,557 miles
  • 2012 – 174,270 miles
  • 2010 – 153,733 miles
  • 2009 – 145,954 miles
  • 2008 – 137,491 miles
  • 2007 – 128,077 miles
  • 2006 – 114,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass263,335 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass263,335 miles (+5,325)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    263,335 miles
    Test number
    903044603522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass258,010 miles (+5,130)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    258,010 miles
    Test number
    728987469611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass252,880 miles (+7,355)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    252,880 miles
    Test number
    568029989080
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass245,525 miles (+10,050)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    245,525 miles
    Test number
    471321496618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass235,475 miles (-1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    235,475 miles
    Test number
    958550693989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail235,476 miles (+10,013)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,476 miles
    Test number
    749375180633
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass225,463 miles (+10,416)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    225,463 miles
    Test number
    194932557799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass215,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    215,047 miles
    Test number
    477943076322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail215,047 miles (+15,985)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,047 miles
    Test number
    576201357198
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass199,062 miles (+180,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    199,062 miles
    Test number
    317365824289
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass18,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    18,557 miles
    Test number
    267536123254
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail18,557 miles (-165,908)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,557 miles
    Test number
    736766923258
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass184,465 miles (+10,195)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    184,465 miles
    Test number
    997808043132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass174,270 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    174,270 miles
    Test number
    758201912128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail174,268 miles (+20,535)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,268 miles
    Test number
    178265102183
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear heat sheild insecure.

  16. Pass153,733 miles (+7,779)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    153,733 miles
    Test number
    234480940347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail145,954 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,954 miles
    Test number
    273234679298
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass145,954 miles (+8,463)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    145,954 miles
    Test number
    313194879263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass137,491 miles (+9,414)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    137,491 miles
    Test number
    591333488132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass128,077 miles (+13,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    128,077 miles
    Test number
    704484477102
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass114,192 miles (+6,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    114,192 miles
    Test number
    372970376145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass107,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    107,996 miles
    Test number
    773000216048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y277 KBT

Does Y277 KBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y277 KBT expired on 26 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y277 KBT?
The MOT on Y277 KBT expired on 26 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y277 KBT done?
Y277 KBT was recorded at 263,335 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2023, an average of 9,119 miles a year.
Has Y277 KBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y277 KBT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on Y277 KBT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 14 Aug 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y277 KBT find?
Y277 KBT passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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